Update macOS

Install updates and stay secure.

Updated September 21, 2026

  1. Save your work, and plug in a laptop.
  2. Open the Apple menu, choose System Settings, then General, then Software Update.
  3. If an update is listed, select Update Now and follow the prompts.
Good to know

Big macOS upgrades can take an hour and can affect some business software. Ask us before you move to a new major version.